Miami defeats Georgia Tech 91-81

Miami Edges Out Georgia Tech 91-81 in Conference Thriller

The Watsco Center was electric as the Miami Hurricanes hosted their home conference opponent, Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, last night. In a closely contested matchup that saw both teams play at an elite level, the Hurricanes emerged victorious with a hard-fought 10-point win.

Trailing by just 14 points at halftime, Miami made significant adjustments to pull away from the Yellow Jackets in the second half. The Hurricanes' bench provided a crucial spark, as they outscored Georgia Tech's bench 13-2 in the final 20 minutes of play. This surge was led by Tre Donaldson, who notched 10 points and 3 assists during this stretch.

Donaldson, a standout performer for Miami, finished with an impressive 27 points on 6-of-9 shooting from beyond the arc (61.5% FG). His all-around effort also included 10 assists and 3 steals, showcasing his versatility as a threat in multiple facets of the game. Ernest Udeh Jr., who contributed 15 rebounds and 13 points off the bench, was another key contributor for Miami.

The Yellow Jackets struggled to contain Miami's attack, particularly on the defensive end, where Tre Donaldson shot 61.5% from the field (6-10 FG). In contrast, Georgia Tech relied heavily on Kowacie Reeves Jr., who scored a team-high 23 points but was limited by his shooting efficiency at just 58.8%.

The Hurricanes' strong performance in transition also played a significant role in their win. Miami outscored Georgia Tech 10-8 in fast break opportunities and capitalized on 18 points off turnovers, making these statistics key contributors to the final score.

With this victory, Miami solidifies its position as one of the top teams in conference play, while Georgia Tech's performance highlights areas that need improvement moving forward.